2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Nitro | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
